STOOS Consulting is a professional research and consultancy firm delivering high-quality evaluations, assessments, capacity development, and advisory services across the Middle East and Africa. We work extensively in fragile and conflict-affected settings, including Syria, where we support humanitarian and development actors through evidence-based programming and tailored technical training. Our core areas include Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), organizational development, protection and gender mainstreaming, peacebuilding, livelihoods, and climate resilience.
As part of our growing portfolio in Syria, STOOS is recruiting qualified Arabic-speaking trainers with proven ability to design and deliver context-sensitive, field-based trainings across a range of technical and operational areas. Trainers should be able to conduct in-person training within Syria and must have experience managing projects in their area of expertise.
Role Description
Trainers will be engaged on a short-term or assignment basis and will be responsible for:
- Designing customized training modules using adult learning methodologies.
- Delivering in-person trainings within Syria to diverse groups, including local NGOs, CBOs, and service providers.
- Facilitating interactive sessions using participatory approaches, case studies, and group work.
- Conducting pre- and post-training assessments to track learning outcomes.
- Preparing training reports summarizing content, attendance, participant feedback, and recommendations.
- Ensuring that training materials are culturally and contextually relevant to Syria, including consideration of access constraints, conflict sensitivities, and language.
Training Areas of Interest
We seek trainers with demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Project and Programme Cycle Management (PCM)
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)
- Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- Financial Management and Budgeting for NGOs
- Human Resources, Administration, and Staff Care
- Leadership, Strategy, and Governance
- Child Protection, Safeguarding, and Case Management
- Gender Equality and Mainstreaming
- Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
- Peacebuilding, Conflict Sensitivity, and Do No Harm
- Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
- Risk Management, Security, and Compliance
- WASH and Public Health Promotion
- Disability Inclusion and Age-Sensitive Programming
- Humanitarian Principles, Sphere Standards, and Core Humanitarian Standards
- Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Response
- Community Engagement and Advocacy
- Training of Trainers (ToT)
- Safeguarding in Education in Emergencies (EiE)
- Resilience, Livelihoods, and Economic Empowerment
Candidates with experience in multi-thematic or cross-sectoral training, as well as those able to train in low-literacy or conflict-sensitive settings, are especially encouraged to apply.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in adult training, facilitation, or capacity development, ideally in humanitarian or development projects in Syria.
- Proven track record of implementing or managing projects in the same thematic areas for which training is offered.
- Advanced degree or professional certification in a related field (e.g., M&E, finance, gender studies, public health, etc.) is preferred.
- Fluency in Arabic is required; working proficiency in English is important for documentation and coordination.
- Availability and ability to travel within Syria to facilitate on-site trainings, with strong understanding of local context and security protocols.
How to apply
To express your interest in joining the STOOS Trainer Roster for Syria, please complete the online application form and upload your CV via the following link:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and onboarding.
Equal Opportunity Statement
STOOS Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage women, persons with disabilities, and trainers from underrepresented governorates in Syria to apply. All recruitment processes are conducted in line with STOOS’s child safeguarding, data protection, and non-discrimination policies.